M-7/23/2002 (2)
CITY OF SANTA MONICA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
July 23, 2002
A regular meeting ofthe Santa Monica City Council was called to order by Mayor Feinstein at
5:50 p.m., on Tuesday, July 23,2002, at City Council Chambers, 1685 Main Street.
Roll Call:
Present:
Mayor Michael Feinstein
Mayor Pro Tern Kevin McKeown
Councilmember Richard Bloom
Councilmember Ken Genser
Councilmember Robert T. Holbrook (arrived at 7:00 p.m.)
Councilmember Herb Katz (arrived at 6:05)
Councilmember Pam O'Connor (arrived at 7:19 p.m.)
Also Present: City Manager Susan. McCarthy
City Attorney Marsha Jones Moutrie
City Clerk Maria M. Stewart
CONVENE/PLEDGE On order of the Mayor, the City Council convened at 5:50 p.m., with
Councilmembers Holbrook, Katz and O'Connor absent. Mayor Pro Tern
McKeown led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT CALENDAR: All items were considered and approved in one motion unless removed by a
Councilmember for discussion.
Member of the public Joey Fullmer spoke to Item I-B; member of the public
Pro Se spoke to Item I-I.
At the request ofCouncilmember Genser, Item l-C was removed from the
Consent Calendar. At the request of Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Items I-A,
1-1, and l-K were removed from the Consent Calendar. .
NOES:
ABSENT:
Motion by Councilmember Bloom. seconded by CouncilmemberGenser, to
approve all items on the Consent Calendar as presented except Items I-A, 1
C,I-I and l-K, reading resolutions and ordinances by title only and waiving
further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Genser, Bloom, Mayor Pro Tern
McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
None
Councilmembers Katz, Holbrook, O'Connor
July 23,2002
SENIOR NUTRITION &
RECREATION
I-B: Resolution authorizing application for Senior Nutrition and
Recreation Program grant funds - recommendation to adopt Resolution
No. 9782 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
MONICA AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A PROPOSAL AND THE
SIGNING OF CONTRACT NO. 9132 (CCS) TO PROVIDE MEAL AND
TELEPHONE REASSURANCE SERVICES FOR ELDERLY
PERSONS," was approved.
EMERGENCY I-D: Provision of Emergency Ambulance Services - recommendation
AMBULANCE SERVICES to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Contract No. 8133
(CCS) and Contract No. 8134 (CCS) with American Medical Response of
Southern California, to provide basic emergency ambulance and billing
services, was approved.
2553 3rd STREET
LAW ENFORCEMENT
GRANT FUNDS
2424 7th STREET
HOT -DOG-ON-A-STICK
SEWER PROJECT
l-E: Statement of Official Action for project located at 2553 3rd Street
- recommendation to certifY the Statement of Official Action for Appeal 02-
003 of the Landmarks Commission denial of a Certificate of
Appropriateness at 2553 3rd Street for construction ofa semi-subterranean
garage, was approved.
I-F: Appropriation and designation of uses for Local Law
Enforcement Block Grant Funds - recommendation to approve the
proposed appropriation of funds and designated uses on 2002 funds, re-
designate uses of unexpended funds from prior year awards, and approve
recommended budget changes, was approved.
I-G: Resolution No. 9784 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA MONICA APPROVING FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP
FOR PARCEL MAP NO. 25564 FOR A TWO-UNIT CONDOMINIUM
PROJECT AT 2424 7TH STREET," was adopted.
I-H: Lease and beach concession with Hot Dog on a Stick, Inc. -
recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a
Beach Lease and Concession Agreement No. 8135 (CCS) with Hot Dog on
a Stick, Inc., to continue their operation at the Santa Monica State Beach,
was approved.
I-J: Construction management and inspection services for sewer
project - recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and
execute an amendment to Contract No. 7849 (CCS) with Harris and
Associates Engineering Consultants, in the amount of$78,950, for
management and inspection services for Sewer Project 15A, was approved.
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MINUTES
I-A: Approval of minutes of the April 23, May 14, May 21, and June 11,
2002, City Council meetings.
Motion bv Mayor Pro Tern McKeown. seconded by Councilmember Genser,
to approve the minutes" amending April23rd to change item G) on page 6 to
"there will be restrictions on underground parking;" on May 21 st, page 6,
Item 13-A, change "projects deemed complete" to "applications deemed
complete;" and on June 11 th correct starting meeting time, and on page 3,
regarding the "Renaming of Ocean Avenue" change ''renaming Hollister" to
"renaming Barnard Way." The motion was approved by the following vote:
Counci/member Katz arrived AYES
at 6:05 p.m.
211 ALTAAVENUE
Co unci/member Genser
was excused at 6: 06 p. m.
SM-MUSD GRANT
Counci/member Genser
returned at 6:08 p,m.
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Councilmember Genser, Bloom, Mayor Pro Tern McKeown,
Mayor Feinstein
None
Councilmember Katz
Councilmembers O'Connor, Holbrook
l-C: Resolution extending Certificate of Appropriateness for 211 Alta
Avenue - recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 9783 entitled: "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA EXTENDING THE
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS TO ALLOW AN ADDITION
CONNECTING TWO OF THE SIX BUNGALOWS LOCATED AT 211
AL T A AVENUE, A DESIGNATED CITY LANDMARK," was presented.
Councilmember Genser requested to be excused from deliberating on this
matter due to a conflict of interest.
Motion by Councilmember Bloom. seconded by Councilmember Katz, to
adopt the resolution, reading by title only and waiving further reading
thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES
Councilmembers Katz, Bloom, Mayor Pro Tern McKeown,
Mayor Feinstein
None
Councilmembers Genser, O'Connor, Holbrook
NOES:
ABSENT:
l-K: Change in use of Community Development Grant awarded to
the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District - recommendation to
approve a change in the use of funds awarded to the School District to fund
a playground and related ADA upgrades at Washington West Preschool;
direct staff to :finalize amount of grant awarded not to exceed $200,000;
and, authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Contract No.
8136 (CCS) with the School District for the project, was presented.
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Mayor Pro Tem McKeown
was excused at 6:08 p,m.
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown requested to be excused on this matter due to a
conflict of interest.
Motion by Councilmember Bloom. seconded by Councilmember Genser, to
approve staff recommendation. The motion was approved by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, Mayor Feinstein
None
Councilmembers O'Connor, Holbrook, Mayor Pro Tern
McKeown
RECYCLING PROGRAM I-I: Citywide co-mingled recycling program - recommendation to
expand the existing pilot program of commingled recycling citywide, was
Mayor Pro Tem McKeown presented.
returned at 6: 09 p. m.
CLOSED SESSIONS:
Councilmember Holbrook
arrived at 7:00 p.m.
SPECIAL ITEMS:
Councilmember 0 'Connor
arrived at 7: 19 p. m.
Staff answered questions of Councilmembers regarding the program.
Discussion ensued regarding the problem of accessibility of the containers by
the disabled, the availability and the cost.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown. seconded by Councilmember Katz,
to approve recommendation, with direction to staff that they continue to
look for easier, more accessible containers for use by disabled persons.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Bloom. seconded by Councilmember
Katz, to continue matter to September 10,2002, asking staff to return with
a report on alternatives available in the market. The motion was approved
by voice vote with Councilmembers Holbrook and O'Connor absent, and
Mayor Feinstein voting in opposition.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Member ofthe public Pro Se spoke to Items 2-1 and 2-K.
On order of the Mayor the City Council recessed at 6:14 p.m., to discuss
closed sessions and reconvened at 7:15 p.m., with Councilmember
O'Connor absent. The Mayor advised that the City Council would return to
closed sessions after the end of the meeting and report on any action taken
thereafter.
4-A: The Mayor issued a proclamation declaring Tuesday, August 6,
2002, as "National Night Out" in the City of Santa Monica.
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ORDINANCES:
DISABILITIES
COMMISSION
ZONING CODE
VIOLATIONS
THRESHOLDS/
CONSTRUCTION RATE
PROGRAM
7-A: Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2049 (CCS)
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
ADDING CHAPTER 2.66 TO THE SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CREATE A DISABILITIES COMMISSION," was presented.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown. seconded by Councilmember Katz,
to adopt the ordinance, reading by title only and waiving further reading
thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'Connor, Holbrook,
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
7-B: Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2050 (CCS)
entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA TO
ADD SECTION 9.04.20.30.100 TO THE SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL
CODE ESTABLISHING A CRIMINAL CHARGING SECTION FOR
ZONING CODE VIOLATIONS," was presented.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown. seconded by Councilmember Bloom,
to adopt the ordinance, reading by title only and waiving further reading
thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'Connor, Holbrook,
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Mayor Feinstein .
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
7-C: Introduction and first reading of an interim ordinance
modifying the Development Review Threshold in the C3, C3C, and
BSC Districts to 7,500 square feet; or introduction and first reading of
an interim ordinance adopting a construction rate program for
commercial and multi-family development in the C3 and C3C districts
(To be combined with Item 13-E.), was presented.
On order of the Mayor, this matter to be combined with the following Item
13-E.
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DOWNTOWN AREA
13-E: Request of Councilmember Bloom that the City Council direct
staff to prepare a range of measures to address certain issnes in the
downtown area including, but not limited to: meeting the goals of the
Downtown Urban Design Plan; achieving architectural standards of
excellence that balances the need for efficiency, privacy and
accessibility, and still engage the street; limiting the negative effects of
large numbers of simultaneous commercial construction projects; and
consideration of development of a new park in the eastern portion of
Downtown, was presented.
The following members of the public addressed various aspects of the
proposed ordinances: Joey Fullmer, Pro Se, KatWeen Rawson, Dr. Eagle
Desert Moon, Allen Freeman, Tom Larmore, Ken Kutcher, Chris Harding,
Craig Jones, Pam Vavra, Kelly Olsen, Arthur Harris, Andrew Leigh, Mark
Harding and Ellen Brennan.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown. seconded by Councilmember Genser,
to introduce the ordinance modifYing the Development Review Threshold.
Motion to amend by Councilmember Bloom, to direct staff to return with
recommendations on how to deal with issues of uncertainty and delay in the
process, and refining the articulation ofthe Council's vision of downtown.
Substitute motion by Councilmember O'Connor. seconded by
Councilmember Katz. to introduce the ordinance adopting a construction
rate program. The substitute motion failed by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Councilmembers Katz, Holbrook, O'Connor
Councilmembers Genser, Bloom, Mayor Pro Tern
McKeown,. Mayor Feinstein
None
ABSEN'
The main motion, as amended, was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Genser, Bloom, Mayor Pro Tern
McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
Councilmembers Katz, O'Connor, Holbrook
None
NOES:
ABSEN'
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STAFF ADMIN. ITEMS:
MAIN LIBRARY
SCHEMA TIC DESIGN
Councilmember O'Connor stated, for the record, that she voted against the
motion on the basis ofreduction of the threshold and believes the
construction rate program is a better way to go. That although she agrees
with some ofthe concepts articulated, she disagrees with the reduction, and
added that residents' voiced concerns include the pace of construction being
done and the impact of construction in their neighborhood.
Councilmember Holbrook stated, for the record, that he voted against
because based upon public comments received on this matter he believes
that Council has taken action that will constrain housing, and that action is
contrary to the public comment received.
Councilmember Katz stated, for the record, that he agrees with the
comments made by Councilmembers O'Connor and Holbrook, and that in
addition, he believes that taking this action is the worst thing Council can do
as it will result in total uncertainty and is not good planning and zoning.
8-A: Main Library Schematic Design Report and recommendation to
approve Lease No. 8137 (CCS) for temporary building for housing of
Main Library during construction, was presented.
The following members ofthe public spoke in support of renaming the Main
Library as the Martin Luther King Library: Michele Wittig, Courtney
Beavens, Andrea Beavens, Robbie Jones, Reverend Ronald Williams, and
Nat Trives.
The following members of the public spoke in support ofthe project: Jerry
Rubin, Brian Hutchings Roger Genser, Robin Waner.
Discussion ensued on the proposed design and on possible modifications.
On order of the Mayor, the Schematic Design Report was received and filed,
Motion by Councilmember Bloom. seconded bv Mavor Feinstein, to
approve Lease No. 8137 (CCS). The motion was approved by the following
vote:
AYES
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'Connor, Holbrook,
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
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LmRARY BONDS
8-B: Resolution No. 9785 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA MONICA AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF LIBRARY
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS,
SERIES 2002, was presented.
There was no one present for public comment on this matter.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown. seconded by Councilmember Katb
to adopt the resolution, reading by title only and waiving further reading
thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
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NOES:
ABSENT:
TORCA AMENDMENT 8-C: Approval of modifications to the Tenant Ownership Rights
Charter Amendment (TORCA) Shared Appreciation Loan Program
Guidelines for the purpose of liberalizing underwriting standards and
streamlining application process to facilitate participation.
On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to August 13,2002,
TORCA MEASURE FOR
11/05/02 ELECTION
8-D: Resolution No. 9786 (CCS) placing proposed amendment to the
City Charter to allow any portion of the TORCA tax revenues to be
used for low income housing, on the November 5, 2002, Municipal
Election ballot, was presented.
Member of the public Paul DeSantis spoke in oppbsition of the proposal.
Motion by Councilmember Katz. seconded by Councilmember O'Connor, to
adopt the resolution, reading by title only and waiving further reading
thereof, and designating Mayor Pro Tern McKeown plus four other
Councilmembers or designees to prepare the argument in favor. The motion
was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'Connor, Holbrook,
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
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JOINT MEETING WITH
REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY:
HOMEOWNERSHIP
PROGRAM
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
834-83816TH STREET
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown
was excused at 11:55 p.m.
8-E: CCIRA: Approval of one-time waiver to the Consolidated
Rental Housing Trust Fund Guidelines to fund a pilot self help
Homeownership Program sponsored by Habitat for Humanity.
On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to August 13,2002.
9-A: Resolution No. 9787 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA MONICA CERTIFYING FINAL ENVIRONMENTAlL
REPORT," Resolution No. 9788 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA APPROVING STATEMENT OF
OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS," and approval of conditional use
permit and vesting tentative tract map 52649 with conditions to allow
construction of a 10-unit condominium building located at 834-838 16th
street," was presented.
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown advised that he lives on the street where the
proposed project is, and in order to avoid the appearance of a conflict of
interest, he requested to be excused.
The following members of the public spoke of concerns and made
suggestions regarding the project: Don Treadway, Bill Broesamle, Carry
Miller, Rebecca Novella, Michael Klurfeld, Beverly Sokol, Louise Gibson,
and Robin Waner.
Motion by Councilmember Holbrook. seconded by Mayor Feinstein, to
adopt Resolution No. 9787 (CCS), reading by title only and waiving further
reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'Connor, Holbrook,
Mayor Feinstein
None
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown
NOES:
ABSENT:
Motion by Councilmember Holbrook. seconded by Councilmember Katz, to
adopt Resolution No. 9788 (CCS), reading by title only and waiving further
reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'90nnor, Holbrook,
Mayor Feinstein
None
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown
NOES:
ABSENT:
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WRITTEN
COMMUNICATIONS:
Mayor Pro Tem McKeown
returned at 12:36 a.m.
Councilmembers Holbrook,
o 'Connor and Katz were
excused at 12:37 a.m.
Councilmember 0 'Connor
returned at 12:40 a.m.
PUBLIC RECORDS
Motion by Councilmember Holbrook. seconded by Mayor Feinstein. to
approve conditional use permit and tract map with the following conditions:
set back of terraces; planters running along front; height of south wall to be
deferred to the ARB; exterior lighting; to have a flag person in the alley, the
alley to remain open during construction, and provide a phone number
where people can call with problems; have landscape configuration so as to
save as many trees as possible; and that the ARB shall see that the project
relates to the street frontage appropriately. The motion was approved by
the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Katz, Genser, Bloom, O'Connor, Holbrook,
Mayor Feinstein
None
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown
NOES:
ABSENT:
12-A: Request of Eileen Hecht, representing owners of property
located at 2902 Nebraska, to reinstate to public use the use of parking
spaces in front of the property which are currently striped for 5 head-
in parking spaces, was presented.
Member ofthe public Karen Kermath spoke in support of the request.
Motion by Councilmember Genser. seconded by Councilmember O'Connor,
to direct staff to prepare the necessary ordinance. The motion was
unanimously approved by voice vote, with Councilmerilbers Holbrook and
Katz absent.
12-B: Request from Thomas Carter to address Council regarding
disclosure of public documents, was presented.
Member of the public Joe Natoli addressed concerns on the matter.
On order of the Mayor, the information was received and filed.
COUNCIL ITEMS: 13-A: Appointment to one speCial vac~~utcy on the Housing
HOUSING COMMISSION Commission for a term ending June 30, 2003.
ARB
On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to August 13,2002.
13:B: App'Ointment t9 ~o annual vacancies on the Architectural
Review Board for terms ending J ul9'~ 30, 2006.
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COMMISSION ON
STATUS OF WOMEN
LOS ANGELES
AIRPORT
COMMISSION ON THE
STATUS OF WOMEN
1712 rd STREET
HISTORIC STRUCTURE
PUBLIC INPUT:
On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to August 13,2002.
13-C: Appointment to one annual vacancy on the Commission on the
Status of Women for a term ending June 30,2006, and to one special
vacancy for a term ending June 30, 2004.
On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to September 24,2002.
13-D: Request of Councilmember Bloom that staff take all appropriate
actions to avoid any adverse consequence to the residents of the City of
Santa Monica that might flow from the City of Los Angeles plan for
"no-expansion" at Los Angeles International Airport.
On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to August 13,2002.
13-F: Acceptance of Susan Phillips' letter of resignation from the
Commission on the Status of Women, and recommendation to
authorize the City Clerk to publish the vacancy.
Motion by Mayor Feinstein. seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, to
accept the resignation with regrets and approve recommendation. The
motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, with Councilmembers
Holbrook and Katz absent.
13-G: Request of Councilmember Genser that Council consider, and
possibly authorize, the relocation of the historic structure currently at
2712 2nd Street to a temporary storage site on city-owned property at
the Santa Monica Airport, or at another suitable city-owned or city-
controlled property, was presented.
Members of the public Rick Laudati, Mario Fonda-Bernardi, Rene
Montagne, Pam Vavra, Fred Whitlock, Sherrill Kushner, Tom Cleys and
Robin Waner spoke in favor of the request.
Motion by Councilmember Genser. seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McKeown,
to authorize staff to work with OPCO in making a site available at the City
Airport. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, with
Councilmembers Holbrook and Katz absent.
The following members of the public discussed various concerns: Pro Se,
Don Masterson, Joe Natoli, Luke Chantadara, Paul Mills, Paul Dale, Art
Casillas and Jerry Rubin.
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CLOSED SESSIONS:
Councilmember Bloom
was excused at 1:35 a.m.
On order ofthe Mayor, the City Council recessed to closed sessions at 1 :35
a.m., and returned at 2:00 a.m., to report the following action taken:
2-A: Conference with Real Property Negotiator:
Property: 401 Ocean Avenue
City Negotiator: Mark Richter, Real Estate Manager
Under Negotiation: Sale oflnterest in Real Property
ACTION:
Heard. No reportable action taken.
2-B: Conference with Real Property Negotiator:
Property: 1418-1442 Fifth Street
City Negotiator: Mark Richter, Real Estate Manager
Under Negotiation: Acquisition of Real Property
ACTION:
Heard. No reportable action taken.
2-C: Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: Chateau
16th Street v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BS 065 985.
ACTION:
Heard. No reportable action taken,
2-D: Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: Eleanor
Nelson v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 068 870.
ACTION:
Not heard.
2-E: Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: Kenneth
Cooper v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. CV 00-13343 (CBM).
ACTION:
Not heard.
2-F: Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: Hill et al..
v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 064 466.
ACTION:
Not heard.
2-G: Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: City of
Santa Monica v. Shell Oil Company, Case No. 01CC04331.
ACTION:
Not heard.
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2-H: Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: Los
Angeles Department of Water and Power. et al.. v. James Jones
Company. et al., Case No. BC 173 487.
ACTION:
Heard. No reportable action taken
2-1: Conference with Legal Counsel- Anticipated Litigation.
Number of cases: Two
ACTION:
Heard. No reportable action taken.
2-J: Conference With Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation: Volkswagen
Santa Monica. Inc. v. City. et al., Case No. SC 069 667.
ACTION:
Heard. No reportable action taken.
2-K: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: City of
Santa Monica v. Maria Stewart, Case No. SC 067 033.
On order ofthe Mayor, the City Attorney provided a status report on the case.
No other action taken.
2-L: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Vicki
Luckenbach v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 069 112.
Motion by Councilmember O'Connor. seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
McKeo~ to approve a settlement in the amount of $204,500. The motion
was approved by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Genser, O'Connor,
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
None
Councilmembers Holbrook, Bloom, Katz
NOES:
ABSENT:
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ADJOURNMENT:
2-M: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Arthu~
Smith v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 032 827.
Motion by Mayor Feinstein. seconded by Councilmember O'Connor, to
approve settlement in the amount of$150,OOO. The motion was approved by
the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers O'Connor, Genser,
Mayor Pro Tern McKeown, Mayor Feinstein
None
Councilmembers Katz, Bloom, Holbrook
NOES:
ABSENT:
On order of the Mayor, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 2:04 a.m.,
in memory of Forrest Lloyd Freed.
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Maria M. Stewart
City Clerk
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Michael Feinstein
Mayor
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